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The Sunday Reader: Vol. 2 | #5

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Mere Calvinism (Book Review)

“If you’re new to Calvinism, Reformed Theology, or gospel-centeredness, or whatever you want to call it, you can’t go wrong in reading Mere Calvinism. If you’re suspicious of Calvinism, then read this book to engage the best arguments for it. And even if you’re a convinced Five Pointer and this is all familiar territory, the book will still refresh your knowledge, your confidence, and even your joy. I give it my highest recommendation.”

Is Mary the “Influencer” of God?

Recently, the Pope tweeted that Mary is the “influencer” of God. What does this say about Roman Catholic theology? And more importantly, what does the Bible say about our access to his throne?

You Don’t Have to Have a Well-Formed Opinion on Everything

Maybe this will lighten your load.

ABOUT — The Sunday Reader shares articles we've found particularly insightful, thought-provoking, or edifying this week. While not always representing the views of our Pastors and Elders, these selections offer a mix of viewpoints to broaden and frame your understanding of God, Scripture, ourselves, and the world we serve in Christ's name.

The Sunday Reader: Vol. 2 | #4

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I carried my dying daughter to term. It was a lesson in love many didn't understand

“It was not until I cared for this vulnerable human being that I came to see the value of all human life. The way our culture treats the most vulnerable — the elderly, the ill, the unborn — reveals our true beliefs about people. We live in a culture that wants to end life when a person’s usefulness, productivity and mental capacity diminish… But this is a value system that none of us can live by.”

The Time I Went Under Church Discipline

On the heels of last Sunday evening’s sermon, here’s a great reflection. “You may not have realized it, but you’ve gone under church discipline too.”

(Video) Who are the Reformers: Guido De Bres

In anticipation of our new evening series on the Belgic Confession, here’s an introduction to its author. And here’s a longer article.

ABOUT — The Sunday Reader shares articles we've found particularly insightful, thought-provoking, or edifying this week. While not always representing the views of our Pastors and Elders, these selections offer a mix of viewpoints to broaden and frame your understanding of God, Scripture, ourselves, and the world we serve in Christ's name.

The Sunday Reader: Vol. 2 | #3

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A Curriculum for Those Wrestling with Infant Baptism

Dr. R. Scott Clark from Westminster Seminary in California has provided this trove of resources. I can only say, I wish I had these myself when I was struggling through this issue!

What Does It Mean That Women Should “Remain Quiet” in Church? (1 Timothy 2)

Denny Burk at Crossway provides what I think is a well-reasoned answer to a contentious question. Definitely worth considering.

(Video) Was the Holy Spirit Present With Old Testament believers?

ABOUT — The Sunday Reader shares articles we've found particularly insightful, thought-provoking, or edifying this week. While not always representing the views of our Pastors and Elders, these selections offer a mix of viewpoints to broaden and frame your understanding of God, Scripture, ourselves, and the world we serve in Christ's name.